Courtesy of the party that brought us 24/7 class warfare rhetoric.
Via ABC News:
Via ABC News:
Those seeking invites to the most lavish receptions at the 2012 Democratic National Convention, “gold ticket” access to “dialogues,” and private breakfast briefings with party luminaries, can expect a hefty price of admission.
A list of high-end convention packages circulated by the Charlotte in 2012 Convention Host Committee, and obtained by ABC News, shows that those and other perks are being offered to donors who raise $1 million or donate $100,000 to the convention’s nonprofit planning arm.
The cash-for-access formula has been a longtime staple of national political conventions, and though Democrats told ABC News they have tried to shift the focus to access for grassroots supporters this year, critics say the menu of perks for donors is a reminder that those giving big dollars can still expect special treatment.
“We pride ourselves on being a country of equality, and this kind of arrangement subverts that,” said Kathy Kiely, managing editor of the Sunlight Foundation reporting group. “If you have big money to give, you get a lot more access.”
The packages for the Democratic Convention in Charlotte are tiered. Top fundraisers and donors are given “premier credentials” that access luxury suites and the convention floor. They also grant donors hotel locations with close proximity to party leadership events, and special access to a special hospitality house near the convention floor.
Someone who raises $1 million tops the list, while top flight packages are also spelled out for those who donate $100,000 directly, or raise more than $650,000 (Trustee Package), $500,000 (Piedmont Package), $250,000 (Dogwood Package) and on down.
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Democrats Offering “Golden Ticket” Access To Top Party Officials, Lavish Perks To Big Donors At DNC… | Weasel Zippers
Democrats Offering “Golden Ticket” Access To Top Party Officials, Lavish Perks To Big Donors At DNC… | Weasel Zippers
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Maybe not as thrilling as a Pawnathon Canada Platinum Ticket, but still eh...:lol:
A list of high-end convention packages circulated by the Charlotte in 2012 Convention Host Committee, and obtained by ABC News, shows that those and other perks are being offered to donors who raise $1 million or donate $100,000 to the convention’s nonprofit planning arm.
The cash-for-access formula has been a longtime staple of national political conventions, and though Democrats told ABC News they have tried to shift the focus to access for grassroots supporters this year, critics say the menu of perks for donors is a reminder that those giving big dollars can still expect special treatment.
“We pride ourselves on being a country of equality, and this kind of arrangement subverts that,” said Kathy Kiely, managing editor of the Sunlight Foundation reporting group. “If you have big money to give, you get a lot more access.”
The packages for the Democratic Convention in Charlotte are tiered. Top fundraisers and donors are given “premier credentials” that access luxury suites and the convention floor. They also grant donors hotel locations with close proximity to party leadership events, and special access to a special hospitality house near the convention floor.
Someone who raises $1 million tops the list, while top flight packages are also spelled out for those who donate $100,000 directly, or raise more than $650,000 (Trustee Package), $500,000 (Piedmont Package), $250,000 (Dogwood Package) and on down.
Keep reading…
Democrats Offering “Golden Ticket” Access To Top Party Officials, Lavish Perks To Big Donors At DNC… | Weasel Zippers
Democrats Offering “Golden Ticket” Access To Top Party Officials, Lavish Perks To Big Donors At DNC… | Weasel Zippers
via Zip
Maybe not as thrilling as a Pawnathon Canada Platinum Ticket, but still eh...:lol:
